2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Crossfire and 2005 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Crossfire | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
